Wednesday, June 11, 2014

This is not my head. This shows what it looks like. Fortunately, my hair covers all of mine.

I itch CONSTANTLY. If I scratch, I have flakes everywhere. It's impossible for me not to scratch. Michael has been trying to get me to stop for years. It doesn't work. The itch is that intense.

I have had embarrassing situations happen many times. I'll wear a jacket with a hood in my classroom, go outside and put the hood up, and my flakes will go everywhere. Several of my teacher friends have started noticing.

Basically, I can't wear anything dark on the top half of my body without fear of embarrassment or without being extra extra careful.

It was terrible when I was working in TV, because there's nothing better looking than a black blazer. I had to be extremely careful and "dust" myself off during commercial breaks if I was anchoring and wearing dark colors.

I have tried numerous treatments from my dermatologist. I think because my hair is so thick and it's so difficult to get to my scalp, all those treatments have failed.

I went back to the dermatologist a few weeks ago. She gave me a new treatment. I am determined to make it work.

I've also been watching youtube videos from people who've had a similar issue.

This girl has a lot of good advice. She actually shaved her head to treat her psoriasis. She says she found a remedy that would have not required head shaving. Her story is cool.

Finally, Second Line, we meet! I have really been wanting to try this place. New Orleans is my favorite city, and this restaurant gets its name from a New Orleans' tradition.

Overall, the experience was cool. The food was great. My favorite was absolutely the appetizer...

The Star of the Show - Pimento Cheese Fries (Pimento cheese is just one of the many ingredients here.)

One problem I had, there was only like one highchair between both Second Line and Restaurant Iris next door. There was a table using the highchair, but the kid wasn't in it. So, we had to wait and wait and wait. Finally, I went up to the table myself, because the hostess wasn't going to do so. I asked if we could use the chair, and they said I could. Still, as the customer, I don't think I should be the one dealing with that. So, other than that minor annoyance, we had a delicious time.

Cup with Ticket

I've seen these on Pinterest, but this was my first one to see in person. It was on the street with the restaurant.

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About Me

I'm married to Michael, mom to Presley, and also mom to a puppy, Stella. Michael and I have been married since October 2011. Before we were blessed with Presley, we suffered two miscarriages. It was the darkest and most difficult times of both of our lives. Now, we are loving being parents, sleep-deprived, and busy busy. I wouldn't have it any other way!
I am a 7th grade teacher who is working on a master's degree in instructional leadership.